Sporting Events in Washington, DC

Washington, DC hosts a wide range of professional, collegiate, and special sporting events throughout the year, featuring teams and competitions across multiple major leagues. DC.Events provides an independent, editorial overview of sporting events in Washington, DC. We help locals and visitors understand what types of sports events take place in the city, which teams and leagues are represented, where games are typically held, and how the local sports calendar is structured throughout the year. Unlike ticket marketplaces, this page focuses on context and discovery, offering a clear guide to Washington, DC’s sports landscape rather than promoting specific sellers.

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Upcoming Sporting Events in DC

Upcoming Sporting Events: 302
Current and upcoming sporting events in Washington, DC, including professional and collegiate competitions.
  • Maryland Terrapins vs. Purdue Boilermakers
    Mar
    13
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Fri
    Shipley Field at Bob Turtle Smith Stadium
    20740, 51 University Blvd, College Park, MD, US
    Prices from $32
    Limited availability
    Event Info
  • Sioux Falls Skyforce vs. Stockton Kings
    Mar
    13
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    Sanford Pentagon
    57107, 2210 W. Pentagon Place, Sioux Falls, SD, US
    Prices from $11
    Event Info
  • Washington Spirit vs. Portland Thorns FC
    Mar
    13
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    Audi Field | Capacity: 20000
    20024, 32-60 R St SW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $29
    Event Info
  • Maryland Terrapins vs. Purdue Boilermakers
    Mar
    14
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    Shipley Field at Bob Turtle Smith Stadium
    20740, 51 University Blvd, College Park, MD, US
    Prices from $32
    Limited availability
    Event Info
  • Washington Capitals vs. Boston Bruins
    Mar
    14
    2026
    3:00 PM
    Sat
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $82
    Event Info
  • Maryland Terrapins vs. Purdue Boilermakers
    Mar
    15
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    Shipley Field at Bob Turtle Smith Stadium
    20740, 51 University Blvd, College Park, MD, US
    Prices from $32
    Limited availability
    Event Info
  • Washington Wizards vs. Golden State Warriors
    Mar
    16
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Mon
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $34
    Event Info
  • DC Power FC vs. Carolina Ascent FC
    Mar
    17
    2026
    11:00 AM
    Tue
    Audi Field | Capacity: 20000
    20024, 32-60 R St SW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $12
    Event Info
  • Capital City Go-Go vs. Santa Cruz Warriors
    Mar
    17
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Tue
    Entertainment & Sports Arena | Capacity: 4200
    20032, 1100 Oak Drive, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $13
    Event Info
  • Washington Wizards vs. Detroit Pistons
    Mar
    17
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $10
    Event Info
  • Capital City Go-Go vs. Windy City Bulls
    Mar
    18
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    Entertainment & Sports Arena | Capacity: 4200
    20032, 1100 Oak Drive, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $13
    Event Info
  • Washington Capitals vs. Ottawa Senators
    Mar
    18
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $35
    Event Info
  • Washington Wizards vs. Detroit Pistons
    Mar
    19
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $11
    Event Info
  • Capital City Go-Go vs. Windy City Bulls
    Mar
    20
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    Entertainment & Sports Arena | Capacity: 4200
    20032, 1100 Oak Drive, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $24
    Event Info
  • Washington Capitals vs. New Jersey Devils
    Mar
    20
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $70
    Event Info
  • Sioux Falls Skyforce vs. Mexico City Capitanes
    Mar
    20
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    Sanford Pentagon
    57107, 2210 W. Pentagon Place, Sioux Falls, SD, US
    Prices from $13
    Event Info
  • Washington Wizards vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
    Mar
    21
    2026
    5:00 PM
    Sat
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $51
    Event Info
  • Sioux Falls Skyforce vs. Mexico City Capitanes
    Mar
    21
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    Sanford Pentagon
    57107, 2210 W. Pentagon Place, Sioux Falls, SD, US
    Prices from $15
    Event Info
  • Washington Capitals vs. Colorado Avalanche
    Mar
    22
    2026
    12:30 PM
    Sun
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $83
    Event Info
  • Spring Training: Washington Nationals vs. Baltimore Orioles
    Mar
    23
    2026
    1:05 PM
    Mon
    Nationals Park | Capacity: 41339
    20003, 1500 South Capitol Street Southeast, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $10
    Event Info
  • Washington Spirit vs. Utah Royals
    Mar
    25
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    Audi Field | Capacity: 20000
    20024, 32-60 R St SW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $28
    Event Info
  • DC Power FC vs. Tampa Bay Sun FC
    Mar
    26
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    Audi Field | Capacity: 20000
    20024, 32-60 R St SW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $16
    Event Info
  • NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament: East Regional - All Sessions
    Mar
    27
    2026
    3:30 AM
    Fri
    NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament: East Regional - All Sessions VIP Packages
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $455
    Event Info
  • NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament: East Regional - Session 1 (Time: TBD)
    Mar
    27
    2026
    12:00 PM
    Fri
    NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament: East Regional - Session 1 (Time: TBD) VIP Packages
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $333
    Event Info
  • Maryland Terrapins vs. USC Trojans
    Mar
    27
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Fri
    Shipley Field at Bob Turtle Smith Stadium
    20740, 51 University Blvd, College Park, MD, US
    Prices from $37
    Limited availability
    Event Info
  • Maryland Terrapins vs. USC Trojans
    Mar
    28
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    Shipley Field at Bob Turtle Smith Stadium
    20740, 51 University Blvd, College Park, MD, US
    Prices from $32
    Limited availability
    Event Info
  • NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament: East Regional - Session 2 (Time: TBD)
    Mar
    29
    2026
    12:00 PM
    Sun
    NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament: East Regional - Session 2 (Time: TBD) VIP Packages
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $256
    Event Info
  • Maryland Terrapins vs. USC Trojans
    Mar
    29
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    Shipley Field at Bob Turtle Smith Stadium
    20740, 51 University Blvd, College Park, MD, US
    Prices from $32
    Limited availability
    Event Info
  • Road To 26: France vs. Colombia
    Mar
    29
    2026
    3:00 PM
    Sun
    Northwest Stadium | Capacity: 82000
    20785, 1600 Fedex Way, Landover, MD, US
    Prices from $98
    Event Info
  • Washington Capitals vs. Philadelphia Flyers
    Mar
    31
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    Capital One Arena | Capacity: 20356
    20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
    Prices from $48
    Event Info
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Professional Sports in Washington, DC

Washington, DC is home to several major professional sports teams competing across national leagues. Professional sporting events take place throughout the year, with each league following its own seasonal rhythm, including regular-season play, playoffs, and special matchups. This mix of leagues ensures consistent sports activity across the calendar, with different competitions becoming more prominent at different times of the year.

Major professional teams based in Washington, DC include the Washington Commanders (NFL), Washington Nationals (MLB), Washington Wizards (NBA), Washington Capitals (NHL), and D.C. United (MLS).

College Sports Events in Washington, DC

College sports are a key part of the sports landscape in Washington, DC.

Universities and their athletic programs host games and tournaments in a variety of sports throughout the year. These events add another layer of depth and variety to the city’s sports scene beyond its professional teams, as the competitions are held with more regularity and add additional opportunities to experience live sports across the city.

Universities with athletic programs in Washington, DC include Georgetown University, George Washington University, and American University, among others, that host collegiate sporting events in a range of sports throughout the year.

Seasonal Sports Activity in Washington, DC

Seasonal cycles for sporting events in Washington, DC vary by league, level of play, and sport. Some sports seasons are limited to specific months of the year while others overlap with each other. This means that there is rarely a time when there is no sporting event taking place in Washington, DC.

Overlap between league seasons also means that in many weeks there are several different sports for fans to choose from.

Upcoming Sports Event Listings in Washington, DC

Maryland Terrapins Baseball
Maryland Terrapins Baseball
Upcoming Sporting Events: 15
Shipley Field at Bob Turtle Smith Stadium
Mar 13, 2026 6:00 PM
Sioux Falls Skyforce
Sioux Falls Skyforce
Upcoming Sporting Events: 3
Sanford Pentagon
Mar 13, 2026 7:00 PM
Washington Spirit
Washington Spirit
Upcoming Sporting Events: 15
Audi Field
Mar 13, 2026 8:00 PM
Washington Capitals
Washington Capitals
Upcoming Sporting Events: 7
Capital One Arena
Mar 14, 2026 3:00 PM
Washington Wizards
Washington Wizards
Upcoming Sporting Events: 8
Capital One Arena
Mar 16, 2026 7:00 PM
DC Power FC
DC Power FC
Upcoming Sporting Events: 6
Audi Field
Mar 17, 2026 11:00 AM
Capital City Go-Go
Capital City Go-Go
Upcoming Sporting Events: 3
Entertainment & Sports Arena
Mar 17, 2026 2:00 PM
Washington Nationals
Washington Nationals
Upcoming Sporting Events: 82
Nationals Park
Mar 23, 2026 1:05 PM
NCAA East Regional
NCAA East Regional
Upcoming Sporting Events: 3
Capital One Arena
Mar 27, 2026 3:30 AM
Road To 26
Road To 26
Upcoming Sporting Events: 1
Northwest Stadium
Mar 29, 2026 3:00 PM
Capital Classic
Capital Classic
Upcoming Sporting Events: 1
Capital One Arena
Apr 4, 2026 10:30 AM
D.C. United
D.C. United
Upcoming Sporting Events: 16
Audi Field
Apr 4, 2026 7:30 PM
Bowie Baysox
Chesapeake Baysox
Upcoming Sporting Events: 69
Prince Georges Stadium
Apr 7, 2026 6:35 PM
D.C. Defenders
D.C. Defenders
Upcoming Sporting Events: 5
Audi Field
Apr 11, 2026 12:00 PM
Nebraska Cornhuskers Women's Volleyball
Nebraska Cornhuskers Women's Volleyball
Upcoming Sporting Events: 1
Sanford Pentagon
Apr 11, 2026 1:00 PM
Micro Wrestling Federation
Micro Wrestling Federation
Upcoming Sporting Events: 1
Shipgarten
Apr 17, 2026 7:00 PM
All Elite Wrestling: Dynamite
All Elite Wrestling: Dynamite
Upcoming Sporting Events: 1
EagleBank Arena
Apr 29, 2026 7:45 PM
Big Ten Softball Tournament
Big Ten Softball Tournament
Upcoming Sporting Events: 1
Maryland Softball Complex
May 6, 2026 3:30 AM
Black Eyed Susan Stakes
Black Eyed Susan Stakes
Upcoming Sporting Events: 1
Laurel Park
May 15, 2026 3:30 AM
Preakness Stakes
Preakness Stakes
Upcoming Sporting Events: 1
Laurel Park
May 16, 2026 3:30 AM
Atlantic 10 Baseball Tournament
Atlantic 10 Baseball Tournament
Upcoming Sporting Events: 5
Capital One Park
May 20, 2026 3:30 AM
Washington Mystics
Washington Mystics
Upcoming Sporting Events: 17
Entertainment & Sports Arena
May 29, 2026 7:30 PM
The Congressional Baseball Game
The Congressional Baseball Game
Upcoming Sporting Events: 1
Nationals Park
Jun 10, 2026 3:30 AM
Mubadala Citi DC Open
Mubadala Citi DC Open
Upcoming Sporting Events: 11
Fitzgerald Tennis Center
Jul 25, 2026 10:00 AM
Indianapolis Clowns
Indianapolis Clowns
Upcoming Sporting Events: 2
Prince Georges Stadium
Jul 31, 2026 3:30 AM
Georgetown Hoyas Football
Georgetown Hoyas Football
Upcoming Sporting Events: 6
Cooper Field
Aug 29, 2026 3:30 AM
Maryland Terrapins Football
Maryland Terrapins Football
Upcoming Sporting Events: 7
SECU Stadium
Sep 5, 2026 3:30 AM
Bill Pickett Rodeo
Bill Pickett Rodeo
Upcoming Sporting Events: 4
Show Place Arena
Sep 18, 2026 10:00 AM
Bowie State Bulldogs Football
Bowie State Bulldogs Football
Upcoming Sporting Events: 3
Bulldogs Stadium
Oct 3, 2026 1:00 PM
Washington International Horse Show
Washington International Horse Show
Upcoming Sporting Events: 3
Show Place Arena
Oct 22, 2026 3:30 AM
Monster Jam
Monster Jam
Upcoming Sporting Events: 3
Capital One Arena
Jan 24, 2076 1:00 PM

Sports Venues in DC

Explore an A–Z list of sports venues across Washington, DC and the surrounding region.
Audi Field
location 20024, 32-60 R St SW, Washington, DC, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 42
Bulldogs Stadium
location 20715, 14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, MD, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 3
Capital One Arena
location 20004, 601 F Streets NW, Washington, DC, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 23
Capital One Park
location 22102, 1600 Scotts Crossing Road, Tysons Corner, VA, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 5
Cooper Field
location 20007, Georgetown University, Washington, DC, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 6
EagleBank Arena
location 22030, 4400 University Dr, Fairfax, VA, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 1
Entertainment & Sports Arena
location 20032, 1100 Oak Drive, Washington, DC, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 19
Fitzgerald Tennis Center
location 20011, 16th & Kennedy St N.w.,, Washington, DC, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 11
Laurel Park
location 20725, Laurel Race Track Road, Laurel, MD, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 2
Maryland Softball Complex
location 20740, 8680 Paint Branch Dr, College Park, MD, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 1
Nationals Park
location 20003, 1500 South Capitol Street Southeast, Washington, DC, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 83
Northwest Stadium
location 20785, 1600 Fedex Way
Upcoming events at this venue: 1
Prince Georges Stadium
location 20716, 4101 Crain Hwy, Bowie, MD, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 71
Sanford Pentagon
location 57107, 2210 W. Pentagon Place, Sioux Falls, SD, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 4
SECU Stadium
location 20742, One Stadium Drive, College Park, MD, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 7
Shipgarten
location 22102, 7581 Colshire Drive, Tysons Corner, VA, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 1
Shipley Field at Bob Turtle Smith Stadium
location 20740, 51 University Blvd, College Park, MD, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 15
Show Place Arena
location 20772, 14900 Pennsylvania Ave, Upper Marlboro, MD, US
Upcoming events at this venue: 7

What to Expect from the DC Sports Scene

Washington, DC supports a diverse sports environment, with year-round competition across multiple leagues and venues.
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  • Sports competition takes place year-round, though teams and seasons vary throughout the calendar.
  • In Washington, DC, you’ll find major professional football, baseball, basketball, hockey, and soccer.
  • DC also has stadiums, indoor arenas, and specialty sports venues.

The diversity of teams, leagues, and venues creates a consistent flow of major sporting events in Washington, DC. Overlaps between the seasons of different leagues ensure that a variety of sports are played concurrently, providing a broad selection of events year-round.

While certain sports adhere to regular seasonal schedules, others incorporate tournaments, special games, and one-time events outside the normal playing calendar. This variety makes it easier to explore different sports experiences across Washington, DC’s neighborhoods and venues.

Planning Sporting Events in DC

When planning to attend sporting events in Washington, DC, it can be helpful to consider:

– venue location and accessibility,
– league schedules and seasonal timing,
– weekday versus weekend games.

DC.Events is designed to help you understand these patterns and explore the city’s sports offerings with clarity.

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DC.Events is an independent, editorial guide to live events in Washington, DC. We are not affiliated with any sports league, team, venue, or ticket marketplace. When ticket availability or pricing is referenced, it may be provided through verified third-party platforms. DC.Events does not sell tickets directly and does not prioritize specific sellers.

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